Renault is all set to launch the more powerful Kwid 1.0 in the Indian market. The Kwid 1.0 will come fitted with a 999cc engine, albeit only with a five-speed manual gearbox. AMT will be added to the range at a later stage.The 999cc engine powering the Kwid 1.0 is a 3-cylinder petrol unit that develops 67bhp along with a peak-torque of 91Nm. This engine has a claimed fuel efficiency of 23kmpl. The smaller capacity Kwid with 800cc motor has a claimed fuel economy of 25kmpl. Renault will offer the Kwid 1.0 only in the top two trim levels – RXT and RXT (Option).
This means the car will have an exhaustive feature list. Some of the highlights include a touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth telephony, front power windows, central locking, remote keyless entry, dual-tone dashboard, passenger ORVMs, fog lamps, etc. Driver airbag will be optional, although ABS has been given a miss yet again. The Renault Kwid 1.0 will compete against the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and Hyundai Eon 1.0. Expect it to be priced between Rs 3.80 lakh – Rs 4.0 lakh.
